AUSVEG CEO James Whiteside appeared in online media this week following an additional recall of imported frozen vegetable products in connection with fears of a possible listeria contamination. Mr Whiteside noted that all recalled lines had been imported, and that Australian consumers had a right to ask how supermarkets ensure that overseas growers are meeting food safety standards. See the full story here.

This post appeared in the AUSVEG Weekly Update published 7 August 2018. Subscribe to the Update using our online form to receive the latest industry news in your inbox every week!